PS Genetic Counselor Job Summary
The Division of Pediatric Cardiology at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an immediate opening for a Genetic Counselor. This position is responsible for providing information and support to families who have members with birth defects, genetic disorders or who may be at risk for a variety of inherited cardiac conditions.
This care provider identifies, investigates, interprets, and communicates potential risk factors and provides support and counseling to families and care team members. This job has both inpatient and outpatient responsibilities. If you are interested in becoming part of a collaborative and supportive genetics team whose mission is to improve the lives of children and their families, we invite you to consider this opportunity.
The Department of Pediatrics is the second largest department in the University of Utah School of Medicine and one of the largest pediatric departments in the country. We are committed to improving the lives of children through excellence in advocacy, education, research, and clinical care. For more information about the Department of Pediatrics, please visit https://medicine.utah.edu/pediatrics.
Benefits Excellent healthcare coverage at affordable rates
14.2% retirement contributions
Generous paid leave time
11 paid holidays per year
50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Flex spending accounts
University provided basic employee life insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000
Variety of elective insurance coverage, including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet
Free transit on most UTA services
Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
Professional development opportunities
Additional benefits information is available at https://benefits.utah.edu/.
Responsibilities:
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers, and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Essential Functions:
Utilize specific, detailed knowledge of genetics and act as a consultant with applicable patient care specialists and referring care providers in providing professional options for the development of a collaborative plan of care. This may include providing recommendations for screening and evaluation for the patient and family members in addition to providing individualized patient and family education, emotional support, and counseling.
Provide grief and crisis counseling as needed.
Desire to work in both the inpatient and outpatient settings.
Evaluate complex medical and genetic literature and incorporate it into clinical practice.
Provide clinical genetic counseling and care coordination within a busy genetics clinic staffed with a geneticist twice monthly.
Oversee and/or answer questions regarding genetic testing and counseling consultations, as directed by the Division of Pediatric Cardiology.
Desire to work within a collaborative, motivated team where responsibilities, roles, and patients are shared by genetic counseling team members.
Contribute to a team culture that aims for consistent, supportive collaboration within our care team, while encouraging individual growth areas and professional pursuits.
Clear, intentional, and thoughtful communication with team members is necessary.
Engage in research activities related to the field of cardiovascular genetics and genetic counseling. This includes support within the division for ongoing research efforts as well as a team and individually initiated research involving cardiovascular genetics.
Desire to engage in CV genetics program growth and development of operations and procedures to support the growing need for genetics within the division of cardiology.
Support and display equitable care to all patient groups and develop care models that increase genetic counseling and testing equity.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands Employees must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation. This position involves light work that may exert up to 20 pounds and may consistently require light work involving lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects involving patient care or medical equipment.
Minimum Qualifications Required:- Current license as a Genetic Counselor in the State of Utah.
- Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
Preferred:
Licensure to practice in a clinical field.
Preferences Department Specific Preferences American Board of Genetic Counseling Certification.
Additional Information Requisition Number:
PRN45280B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Full-time, 40 hours per week. Monday through Friday, from 8am - 5pm, with some flexibility available. Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Department: 00848 - Pediatric Administration
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $80,000 - $111,040
Close Date:
9/8/2026
Open Until Filled:
